Rapper Young Bleed Dies at 51 Following Brain Aneurysm
Louisiana hip-hop artist Young Bleed, known for his work with No Limit Records, has died at 51 due to complications from a brain aneurysm, his family confirmed.
Announcement and Family Statements
The rapper’s son, Ty’Gee Ramon, shared the news on Instagram, writing that his father “gained his wings” on Saturday. He also vowed to carry on his father’s musical legacy.
Young Bleed, whose real name was Glenn Clifton Jr., suffered a brain aneurysm caused by internal bleeding in late October and was taken to the hospital immediately. The incident occurred shortly after his performance at the Cash Money Verzuz No Limit event at ComplexCon.
Health Struggles and Hospitalization
Tameka Long, mother of Young Bleed’s 10-year-old son, said the artist had high blood pressure and a heart condition. He was placed in the intensive care unit on a ventilator after the aneurysm.
Ty’Gee Ramon said his father had never faced “real health issues” before, though he managed high blood pressure with regular medication.
Young Bleed’s mother described the hospitalization as a shock and launched a GoFundMe campaign to cover medical costs.
Career and Legacy
Young Bleed played a key role in shaping Baton Rouge’s hip-hop scene in the late 1990s. He achieved national recognition after collaborating with Master P on the 1997 “I’m Bout It” soundtrack. His 1998 debut album under No Limit Records went gold and landed in the Top 10 of the Billboard 200.
Author’s Summary
A pioneering Louisiana rapper, Young Bleed shaped Baton Rouge’s hip-hop legacy before passing away at 51 from a sudden brain aneurysm, leaving behind a powerful musical influence.